Eli Lilly's $7B Boston Biotech Buy, Bruins Seek Redemption
Sunny Mornings Boston by Sunny Mornings Media
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Tuesday April 21, 2026
In this episode, we delve into Eli Lilly's strategic acquisition of Boston-based biotech firm Kelonia Therapeutics for $7 billion, marking a significant expansion in Massachusetts' thriving biotech sector. This deal highlights the potential of Kelonia's innovative cell therapies for blood cancers, including a promising treatment for multiple myeloma. Meanwhile, Boston's sports scene is buzzing with the Bruins seeking redemption against the Buffalo Sabres in the first round of the playoffs after a surprising comeback loss. On the baseball diamond, the Red Sox evened their series against Detroit and gear up for a key matchup with the Yankees at Fenway. The Celtics also look to continue their dominance over the 76ers at the Garden, with stars Jaylen Brown and Jayson Tatum leading the charge.
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